1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 826 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |